Chetwynd General suspends ER services
Chetwynd General suspends ER services for 12 hours
Aug 30, 2019 | 3:00 PM
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CHETWYND–Northern Health is informing the public of a 12 hour diversion due to a lack of registered nursing staff.
Northern Health made a facebook post saying that Chetwynd General Hospital would have to suspend emergency room services from 7PM, Sunday, Sep. 1 to 7 AM Monday Sep. 2nd. CKPG confirmed with Northern Health, who says that anyone in need of emergency room service should call 9-1-1 for ambulance assistance, or to make their way to the nearest hospital of choice.
People who need non-emergency health advice and information can call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1, or visit healthlinkbc.ca.
